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Liebherr-Aerospace Bets on R&D for Future Success

Exhibit highlights landing gear of Bombardier’s CSeries, a wingtip brake for the Airbus A350 XWB and a cooling pack for the Comac C919.
Engines

Rolls-Royce Selects Eaton’s EBU for Trent XWB-97

Eaton will be responsible for the Trent XWB-97 low-pressure fuel system, starter air system, thermal anti-icing system, engine bleed air system and more.

AGM Aerospace Seeking New Opportunities at FIA14

Michigan-based company hosted a reception bringing together aerospace suppliers to collaborate on new programs.
ATC

Terma De-Clutters Wind Farms from ATC Radar

Danish company Terma’s Scanter 4002 radar mitigates against the unwanted clutter from wind turbines that appears on air traffic and other radars.

Bombardier Shows Off “Lighter, Smarter” CRJ

Cabin upgrades and aerodynamic clean-ups drive continuous improvement effort.
Aircraft

UAC says MC-21 on schedule at Farnborough

Planned Russian single aisle airliner features wide body and composite wings.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Predator XP Makes Maiden Flight

The XP is fitted with GA-ASI’s Lynx multi-mode radar, high-definition electro-optical video and automatic identification system.
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Cobham Satcom Introduces New Aviator 200S

The compact antenna on the Aviator 200S should make satcom system installations easier and less expensive.
Engines

Pratt’s PW1100G To Gain 2-percent Fuel Burn Improvement

The PurePower engine family has completed nearly 10,000 hours and 19,000 cycles of full engine testing, including 1,400 hours of flight time.

TAG Farnborough Airport Helps Local Student Fly

The TAG Flying Scholarship 2014 was awarded to 17-year-old James Peter Singh.

HISS Secures First European Sabir Sale

HISS specializes in developing special mission adaptations that can be fitted to a wide range of aircraft.

Rotron Launches Heavy-fuel UAV Engine at Farnborough

Rotary engines deliver reliable performance in the 20-60 hp range,

“Strategic Agility” Is U.S. Air Force’s New Mantra

The U.S. Air Force and industrial partners could see great improvements in efficiency as a result of the new strategic agility program.

Nasmyth Group Announces Divisional Reorg at Farnborough

New Nasmyth Technologies division offers precision welding, fabrication and assembly

Merex Acquires Manufacturing Tooling for F-5, T-38, F-16 Spare Parts

Sierra Aerospace of Simi Valley, California, sold the surplus equipment to Merex.
Engines

EPI Ramps Up A400M Engine Production

No major in-service issue so far, manufacturer of TP400 says.

Sinters America Selected by Rockwell Collins for IFE tester

Sinters was selected to develop an IFE electronics tester for Rockwell Collins for use with RC’s Paves system
Engines

Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 Makes First Run

The turbofan’s increased thrust is obtained by a combination of new high-temperature turbine technology, a larger core and advanced fan aerodynamics.

Boeing P-8 May Have Inside Track in UK, Eventually

Boeing and the U.S. Navy brought the P-8A Poseidon to Farnborough, complete with a part-British crew.
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BAE FBW To Power 777X Flight Controls

BAE Systems has teamed with Rockwell Collins for the 777X program’s fly-by-wire flight control system.

Noranco, UTC Ink Contract Extension at Farnborough

Parts maker to supply complex components to UTC for 10 more years.
Avionics

Transatlantic Tie-Up to Boost Fighter Recce

Selex will adapt its Seaspray 7500 radar to fit in the center third of the pod that houses the UTC Aerospace Systems DB-110 on fighter aircraft.

Second Quarter a Winner for ST Aerospace

ST Aerospace booked a substantial amount of business during the second quarter of 2014.
Engines

Unison Helps Turbine Engines Acclimate to New Regulatory Constraints

The Acclimate ignition system features solid-state electronics, with exciter performance that can vary depending on specific requirements.

Elbit To Implement Nicarnica’s Volcanic Ash Detection

Real-time imagery is supplied by two fast-sampling, imaging infrared cameras that are tuned to detect volcanic ash particles in airspace.

Airbus Joins Virginia Applied Research Center

CCAM member companies may collaborate on generic research and conduct proprietary research to create new manufacturing techniques and processes.